1954 Buick 70 vs. 2002 Dodge Stratus
To start off, 2002 Dodge Stratus is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 70 would be higher. At 5,274 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 70 (200 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Stratus. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 70 should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 70 weights approximately 603 kg more than 2002 Dodge Stratus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Buick 70 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Buick 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Stratus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1954 Buick 70 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 70 | 2002 Dodge Stratus | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | 70 | Stratus |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5274 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1983 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2750 mm |
